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An interdisciplinary teaching program in geriatrics for physician's assistants.

R Stark, G Yeo, M Fordyce

    Journal of Allied Health
    |November 1, 1984
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    This course trained future healthcare professionals in clinical geriatrics using an interdisciplinary team approach. It highlighted the vital role of physician assistants in caring for the growing senior population.

    Area of Science:

    • Medical Education
    • Geriatric Medicine
    • Interprofessional Healthcare

    Background:

    • The senior population is growing and underserved.
    • Effective geriatric care requires a multidisciplinary team approach.
    • Physician assistants (PAs) play a crucial role in healthcare delivery.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop and teach a beginning clinical geriatrics course.
    • To model an interdisciplinary team approach for geriatric care.
    • To educate future healthcare providers on geriatric medicine and the PA role.

    Main Methods:

    • An interdisciplinary curriculum committee developed the course.
    • Saturday classes were held in community facilities serving seniors.
    • Faculty included PAs, physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, gerontologists, and health educators.

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  • Local seniors participated as consultants and role models.

    • Main Results:

    • The course was well-received by physician assistant students.
    • The role of PAs in geriatric care was demonstrated to future employers and colleagues.
    • The interdisciplinary model emphasized team-based care for seniors.

    Conclusions:

    • Interdisciplinary geriatric training can stimulate interest in geriatric careers for PAs.
    • Educating future physicians about the PA role is essential.
    • Team training is vital for addressing the healthcare needs of the elderly population.